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Jan 31, 2011 by Dr. Jennifer Coates One of the things I hear most frequently from cat owners is how much their pets hate visiting the veterinary hospital. I try not to take this personally. After all, I don’t…
Jan 31, 2011 by Dr. Jennifer Coates One of the things I hear most frequently from cat owners is how much their pets hate visiting the veterinary hospital. I try not to take this personally. After all, I don’t…
The benefits of pet ownership are well documented. Pets give people a reason to exercise, companionship, and most obviously, love. However, pet ownership is not without its risks. Zoonotic diseases are diseases that are passed from animals to people. Over…
It's that time of year again, tickets are now on sale for Pups in the Park at Nationals Park. There are four games scheduled this year - make sure you get your tickets soon, they sell out fast every year!…
Most pet owners will admit that while their animal companions are wonderful, intelligent and talented, they can sometimes be a little confusing. And by a little, we mean a lot. Thankfully, there are experts who can help us better…
Why is dental care important for pets? Due to periodontal disease, many pets end up losing some or all of their teeth. It is possible for animals to eat without teeth, but it’s not good for them. Think about the…
Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to show your loved ones how much you care! Oftentimes, this is done with sweet treats like gourmet chocolates. Indulging in some goodies is part of the fun, but it’s important to make sure…
By Lorie HustonJun 9th 2014 June has been designated as Adopt A Shelter Cat Month. Needless to say, a whole month dedicated to raising awareness about shelter cats that are in need is a great thing. But, if you…
It's time for Washington's biggest fashion event of the year - Fashion for Paws! Tickets and tables are now on sale for the Fashion for Paws 8th Annual Runway Show benefiting the Washington Humane Society. This year's event will be…
The Tiny but Terrible Tick - Infographic Ticks are a small parasite that can pose a big danger to both pets and humans. By latching onto animal and human hosts, ticks can spread harmful diseases including Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain…
The paths dogs take on group walks reveal their personality traits as well as the leaders of the pack, according to a new study. Credit: Wikimedia Amazingly, researchers can describe most major traits of a dog sight unseen. "We showed…